Just getting candidates for president was a trial for both the Republicans and Democrats in the election of 1880. Read about the factions in each party, and the several hopefuls wishing for the nomination. Find out about the platforms of...

This fabulous site compiles political cartoons from Harper's Weekly for the campaing of 1880. The cartoons are drawn by Thomas Nast, and each cartoon is thoroughly explained. A great resource.

The Dover, Ohio, newspaper announces the death of President James A. Garfield because of an assassin's bullet. The article includes the surgeon's report of his worsening situation. Find an image of the newspaper article and the text.